Juventus target Xhaka – Leverkusen set price

Juventus are stepping up efforts to revamp their midfield, with Granit Xhaka emerging as a prime target.

Head coach Igor Tudor and newly appointed general manager Damien Comolli are leading the rebuild, aiming to inject experience and depth into the squad.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Juventus are seriously considering a move for the Bayer Leverkusen midfielder, who may be available for around €15 million (£13m/$17m).

Xhaka had previously agreed on personal terms with AC Milan. However, the move fell through after Milan failed to reach a deal with Leverkusen.

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Juventus now see an opportunity to pounce, with Comolli convinced the Swiss international can add leadership and balance to the team. Despite being 31, Xhaka remains a commanding presence and brings valuable Bundesliga and Premier League experience.

Comolli’s wishlist not only Granit Xhaka

While Xhaka is high on the list, Juventus are also exploring other midfield options. Their dream signing remains Italy international Sandro Tonali.

But Newcastle United’s steep €70 million (£60m/$82m) asking price makes the deal unlikely. Tonali would fit Tudor’s tactical system perfectly, but the financials are proving to be a major hurdle.

Sporting CP’s Morten Hjulmand and Tottenham Hotspur’s Yves Bissouma are also on Juventus’ radar. Both players offer energy and defensive cover, crucial traits for Tudor’s midfield blueprint.

The club is also working on offloading Douglas Luiz, who has fallen out of favor. Reports suggest Leeds United are willing to offer him a fresh start.

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For Xhaka, the move to Juventus represents a second chance to join a top Italian club after the Milan collapse. Juventus see him as a player who can lead on and off the pitch.

With his competitive mentality and tactical intelligence, he could become a central figure in Juventus’ new era under Tudor.

As the summer window unfolds, Juventus are expected to make aggressive moves to complete their midfield transformation.

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